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GOING TO THE DOGS The Friends of Lake Louisa State Park in Clermont host the first annual Poochapalooza, designed as a day of fun to honor man’s best friend on Sept 19, 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Guests can visit vendors and exhibitors as well as take their canine companions on a short trail hike, designed for dogs of all abilities. All dogs must be on a 6-foot or shorter leash and up to date on all vaccinations. For more information, visit www.southlakechamber-fl.com.
Top-Cop Drama Though the city council of Webster voted T against granting the job to Interim 3-2 agains Chief Mark Newby amid rumors Police Ch he was gay, creating a tornado of controversy, the ssituation seems to have died down—for now. Newby recommended Steven G. Greenwood III to replace him as Gr chief of police, polic and Greenwood was acceptcontinues to work in the departed. Newby co deputy chief of police. Mayor Kelly ment as depu offered her support to Newby, Williams of had excellent credentials and stating he h improved the police department, parhas improve the evidence area, she said she ticularly in th with the resolution. “They are is satisfied w excellent job, working well togethdoing an exc improve the police department for er to impro the Webster,” she said. Meanwhile, th he City of W Newby has filed a lawsuit against the city. Ne
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